From the fall of the Roman Republic to the rise of empire, a clear, compelling guide to power in ancient Rome.
This rigorous study traces how Rome’s leaders, senate, and growing military might reshaped governance after Caesar’s death. It explains why the senate remained a central force for some, while triumvirates and ambitious generals gradually shifted authority away from traditional republic institutions. The book ties together political maneuvering, law, and war to show how Rome moved from a citizen-centered republic to an imperial system.
- How the senate, optimates, and popular leaders struggled for control
- The roles of Pompey, Caesar, Cicero, and other key figures
- The impact of military commands, provinces, and veteran land on politics
- How constitutional reforms, battles, and alliances paved the path to empire
Ideal for readers of Roman history who want a clear, evidence-based account of how republic politics gave way to imperial rule.
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Vendeur : Forgotten Books, London, Royaume-Uni
Paperback. Etat : New. Print on Demand. Ancient Rome's ruling system faced tremendous strains as it grew into a global empire. This book analyzes how Rome's imperial expansion was shaped by constitutional and military challenges, and how the republic crumbled under their weight. The author contends that Rome's success and strength, particularly its military structure and unique constitution, ultimately led to its transformation into an empire. The author highlights the tension between Rome's military and governance systems. As Rome's empire expanded in the wake of the Punic Wars, administrators grappled with governing vast, far-flung territories while balancing the power of Rome's nobles and aristocracy. This challenge manifested in the increased use of promagistrates, provincial governors, who played a significant role in Rome's transition from a republic to an empire. This fascinating study uncovers the military, social, and constitutional factors that shaped the Roman Empire's rise and the fall of the republic. This book is a reproduction of an important historical work, digitally reconstructed using state-of-the-art technology to preserve the original format. In rare cases, an imperfection in the original, such as a blemish or missing page, may be replicated in the book. print-on-demand item. N° de réf. du vendeur 9781330323373_0
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330323373
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PAP. Etat : New. New Book. Shipped from UK. Established seller since 2000. N° de réf. du vendeur LW-9781330323373
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